Grief Support

About Dealing With Grief

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Maxwell Nolland

14/08/2018
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18/12/2022
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At Russell Everingham Funerals, we understand the death of a loved one is never easy. You may feel confusion, anger and sadness all at once. It's normal to experience a wide range of emotions and to need time to adjust to your new reality. Here are a few tips for dealing with grief:

Allow Yourself to Grieve

Grief can be overwhelming and it's important to give yourself time and space to work through your feelings. Don't try to push your emotions away or bottle them up. Instead, allow yourself to feel them fully. Find a support group or counsellor if you're struggling.

Talk About Your Loved One

Keep your loved one's memory alive by talking about them often. Share stories and photos with family and friends. If you're having trouble talking about your feelings, write them down in a journal.

Find Comfort Rituals

Whether it's attending a memorial service, setting up an altar in your home or taking part in a ceremony, rituals can help provide some closure and peace of mind. If you don't belong to a particular religion or spiritual practice, you can create your own rituals.

If you would like more information about our funeral services in Narromine, please contact us on (02) 6882 2434.

The Stages of Grief

There are several stages of grief and understanding them is important for knowing what you’re going through is normal. They are:

Denial

This is a natural defense mechanism for your mind to try to protect you from the pain. You may feel numb and disconnected from those around you. This is a temporary response that will fade as reality sets in.

Anger

You may direct anger at yourself, the person who died, God or the world in general. You may feel hopeless and helpless. It’s important to express your feelings during this stage rather than bottle them up.

Bargaining

This is when you try to regain control. You may find yourself making deals with God or fate in an attempt to change the outcome. For example, you might say, “If only I had been there,” or “If only I had done something differently.”

Depression

The fourth stage is characterised by sadness and withdrawal. You may feel hopeless, helpless and alone. This is a normal response to loss. It’s important to allow yourself to feel these emotions and to seek support from others.

Acceptance

In the final stage, you come to terms with the death. You may still feel sad, but you’re able to move on with your life. You may find yourself cherishing memories of the person who died and finding comfort in those memories.

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